Raffael

Meaning of Raffael

Raffael carries the echo of an age-old blessing, weaving warmth, creativity and gentle strength into every syllable. In German (ra-FAYL) and Italian (ra-FYEL), its pronunciation hints at a name that travels gracefully across borders, just as its Hebrew root—“God has healed”—has journeyed through centuries. Associated with the archangel of healing and beloved by Renaissance masters, Raffael sparks images of protectors and painters alike—think divine prescription meets artistic flair. Though still delightfully rare in the U.S., hovering near the 900th rank in recent years, it feels both timeless and fresh, as if each utterance breathes new life. For parents seeking a name that inspires compassion, courage and a touch of poetic magic, Raffael promises a story waiting to unfold.

Pronunciation

German

• Pronunced as ra-FAYL (/ʁa.fɛl/)

Italian

• Pronunced as ra-FYEL (/ra.ˈfjɛl/)

• Raphael
• Raffi
• Rafferty
• Raffaello